# BrainWave vs Pholeo Onsite

The clearest difference is price: Pholeo Onsite at Free against BrainWave's $4.99. BrainWave's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 2). On rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Pholeo Onsite is free to download; BrainWave costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for BrainWave against 5.0 for Pholeo Onsite. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BrainWave has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

BrainWave ships an update every 2 months, Pholeo Onsite every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BrainWave | Pholeo Onsite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.9 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainwave-sharp-mind/id308715234/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pholeo-onsite/id6737286399/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 87.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#199** | — |
| Size | 158 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Banzai Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/305909501) | [Pholeo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775769277) |

## What reviewers say

### BrainWave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainwave-sharp-mind/id308715234)

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

Enhance focus, memory, and problem-solving skills with advanced brainwave programs. This app combines binaural tones with ambient sounds and music to guide your mind into optimized mental states for learning and creativity. Customize your experience with adjustable settings and enjoy a unique approach to brainwave entrainment.

**Highlights:** 18 Advanced Brainwave Programs, Binaural Tones with Music/Audiobooks, Ambient Backgrounds & Alarm Sounds, Adjustable Brainwave Intensity, Customizable Timer, Progressive Brainwave Entrainment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with focus and concentration
- 👍 Effective for ADHD and TBI
- 🧠 Improves cognitive abilities
- 💤 Aids in sleep and relaxation
- 🎨 Enhances creativity and problem-solving

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or audio issues
- 🔇 Stops playing when notifications occur
- 🔍 Cluttered interface could be simplified

**Reported bugs**

- Alarm clock not working properly
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add more background sound options
- Allow customization of sound mixes
- Enable background playback while device is locked


### Pholeo Onsite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pholeo-onsite/id6737286399)

This platform simplifies event and hospitality planning by consolidating budgeting, scheduling, and inventory management into one interface. It helps reduce errors and synchronize operations from pre-planning to on-site execution for enhanced efficiency.

**Highlights:** Customizable tax rates, Food & beverage management, Supplier management, Production timelines, Paperless production, On-site team management, Space allocation, Budget dashboard, BEO & invoice management, Event reconciliation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BrainWave free?

BrainWave costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pholeo Onsite free?

Pholeo Onsite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BrainWave or Pholeo Onsite?

Pholeo Onsite is rated higher. BrainWave averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Pholeo Onsite averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do BrainWave or Pholeo Onsite have ads?

Pholeo Onsite shows ads; BrainWave does not.

### Which is updated more often, BrainWave or Pholeo Onsite?

BrainWave ships an update every 2 months, and Pholeo Onsite every 9 months. Most recently, BrainWave was updated on September 23, 2026 and Pholeo Onsite on August 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*